Volvo Penta INDUSTRIAL ENGINES
DiscontinuedVolvo Penta TWD740GE
Legacy TWD Genset
Volvo Penta TWD740GE discontinued legacy TWD industrial engine. Volvo Penta instruction-book sources list TWD740GE/VE with 7.28 L displacement, while generator-set documentation and packager tables cross-check TWD740GE ratings. The model was added only after cross-checking online service-manual, instruction-book, parts, or generator-rating sources; no marine propulsion-only TWD rows are included in this batch.
Cylinders / Config
Inline-6, turbocharged water-cooled diesel generator engine
Displacement
7.28 L
Rated Speed
1,500 RPM
ISO 8528 Power Ratings
Power Factor: 0.8 pfkWm = mechanical engine shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = apparent electrical power.
| Operating Duty | kWm (Mechanical) | kWe (Electrical) | kVA (Rating) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 189 | — | — |
| Standby | 207 | — | — |
| Operating Duty | kWm (Mechanical) | kWe (Electrical) | kVA (Rating) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 218 | — | — |
| Standby | 239 | — | — |
Mechanical & Electrical Specifications
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Model | TWD740GE |
| Series | Legacy TWD Genset |
| Configuration | Inline-6, turbocharged water-cooled diesel generator engine |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 7.28 L |
| Dry Weight | 795 kg |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the power output of the Volvo Penta TWD740GE?
The Volvo Penta TWD740GE is rated at 259 kVA standby / 236 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 299 kVA standby / 273 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the TWD740GE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TWD740GE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TWD740GE use?
The Volvo Penta TWD740GE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TWD740GE?
The Volvo Penta TWD740GE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 7.28 L.
Is the TWD740GE still in production?
No — the Volvo Penta TWD740GE is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Is a datasheet available for the TWD740GE?
Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TWD740GE can be downloaded from this page.